Visit Mapo-gu
Stay near popular Mapo-gu attractions
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk
Top hotels in Mapo-gu
Stanford Hotel Seoul
"The only reason I booked this hotel was because it had a pool. If you have children, you know that’s a major factor when choosing a hotel. When we arrived at the pool, we were told there was an additional $45 fee, which was pretty appalling. I didn’t mind paying for it, but I absolutely expected ..."
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
"This is hotel is in a good location with access to many stores and restaurants. My main concern had to do with the lack of air conditioning. The coolest it ever got in the room was 24.5 C. Given that it is still very hot in Seoul at this time of year, the room was uncomfortable. Though a fan was ..."
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026
K-Grand Hostel Sinchon
"Amazing Experience! Room was very clean and the area was great!"
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
"The location is excellent- you can travel to many different places very easily - walk, metro and bus. This was my second time stay here. The staffs were very nice and helpful."
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Where to stay in Mapo-gu
Myeong-dong
Travelers love Myeong-dong for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Seoul Global Culture & Tourism Center.
Gangnam-gu
Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall.
Hongdae
Spend some time visiting places like Gyeongui Line Forest Park while getting to know Hongdae, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
